Vision

The Music department of the Piggott School aims to provide the best possible teaching and learning environment in which all students fulfil their potential.  We consider Music to be essential to the well-rounded education of all children. Not only is it intellectually satisfying, but as an art form it engenders concentration, imagination, teamwork, individual confidence and self-discipline.

Intent

Students will experience a wide range of practical music making in both class and extra-curricular activities. They will perform and explore how music is created, produced and communicated through studying pieces spanning different genres, cultures and times. We aim to provide a positive, inclusive environment where students develop the six school values with confidence, but overall, where they develop as musicians. 

The Piggott School has a strong partnership with Musicscool and Berkshire Music Trust as well as local instrumental teachers who teach the following in school: piano, violin/viola, ‘cello, drumkit, voice, guitar acoustic/electric, bass guitar, brass (trumpet, French horn, baritone, trombone), woodwind (flute, clarinet, alto/tenor saxophone). Lessons are provided on a 1:1 or, in some cases, small group basis. 

For more information on how to sign up, please contact the school: office@piggottschool.org

There are also opportunities of all ages and abilities to participate in musical ensembles and choirs. These usually include:

• Flute Group (Tuesday lunch)
• String Group (Tuesday lunch)
• Junior Choir (Friday lunch)
• Orchestra (Wednesday after school)
• Handbells (by invitation)
• 6^th form Wind ensemble

Musical experiences:

Highlights in the calendar include Jazz Day where a professional jazz musician delivers a whole-day masterclass, leading to a performance at the Spring Concert.

The Junior Choir will also be performing alongside other schools at the Senior Music Festival in July 2026.

Other key events include the Carol Service, Remembrance, and our Spring and Summer concerts. 

Learning Journey Key Stage 3

Learning Journey Key Stage 4 & 5